There was some sad news announced today as Katherine McGregor sadly passed away aged 93.

McGregor who is best known for her role as Harriet Olsen in the popular 70s series Little House On The Prairie, passed away on Tuesday her representatives confirmed.

The actress who previously spoke of her fondness of playing the snoby character, said she was always grateful for fan letters during her time on the show which ran for nine season’s.

Upon hearing the news of McGregor’s passing, Melissa Gilbert wrote the following message on Instagram: “This woman taught me so much… about acting… vintage jewelry… life.

“She was outspoken and hilariously funny. A truly gifted actress as she was able to play a despicable character but with so much heart. Her Harriet Oleson was the woman our fans loved to hate. A perfect antagonist.

“The thing people outside of our prairie family didn’t know, was how loving and nurturing she was with the younger cast.”